Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate backland development characterized by a cramped layout, substandard private open space, and a total lack of car parking provision.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is considered a cramped and contrived backland insertion that fails to respect the character of the local area and provides deficient private open space.
- The proposal contravenes the 'RS' residential zoning objective and specific development management standards of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The absence of in-curtilage car parking in an intermediate-peripheral location violates national compact settlement guidelines and would lead to hazardous on-street parking.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS Residential zoning objectiveSection 14.10.1Objective DMSO31Objective DMSO32Table 14.4SPPR 2SPPR 3
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the construction of a detached single-storey, two-bedroom dwelling to the rear of 54 and 54a Clonsilla Road, Blanchardstown. Fingal County Council refused permission on the grounds that the development represents an over-intensification of a restricted site, resulting in a substandard residential unit that lacks adequate private amenity space and car parking. The decision highlights that the proposal is at odds with the established pattern of development and fails to com...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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